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20September

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

Check the Meklenburg County Public Library website daily for programs for children, teens and families.

Sunday Funday at Top Golf Southwest

$30 per hour, per bay, all day, every Sunday when you book online. Sunday = Funday at Topgolf. We’re turning the ...

  • All Day Event
  • Location: 8024 Savoy Corporate Dr Charlotte NC 28273
  • Cost: $30 per hour, per bay, all day, every Sunday when you book online.
  • Website: topgolf.com
  • Category: Family Fun

A Year with Frog and Toad

A Year with Frog and Toad Music by ROBERT REALE | Book and Lyrics by WILLIE REALE | Based on the ...

Dino Day at Lakeshore Learning

Roar into the weekend with a free in-store event packed with prehistoric fun! From crafts like creating their own dino-inspired ...

Kids bowl for FREE on Sundays

Kids can bowl for free on Sundays in the Charlotte area, most notably at Pins Mechanical Co. (South End) until ...

  • 11:00 am -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: 307 W Tremont Ave, Charlotte, NC 28203
  • Cost: Kids Bowl For FREE ages 12 and under
  • Website: www.pinsbar.com
  • Category: Free

Mecktoberfest! at OMB LOSO

Get ready for double the fun and festivities at OMB’s 2026 Mecktoberfest! This year, we're spreading the excitement across FOUR ...

Meet a Raptor at Carolina Raptor Center

What actually is a raptor? Find out with a member of our education staff while meeting one of the raptors ...

Tricks and Treats at Carowinds

Saturdays & Sundays, September 12 – November 1, 2026 Halloween for Everyone! Experience Carowinds like never before at Tricks and Treats, our ...

Lewis Family Gallery at The Mint Uptown

This hands-on space provides a creative environment for making art, engaging in building and puzzle challenges, posing for pictures, and ...

  • 1:00 pm -  5:00 pm 
  • Location: Levine Center for the Arts 500 South Tryon Street Charlotte, NC 28202
  • Cost: Included with general admission
  • Website: www.mintmuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun

A Year with Frog and Toad

A Year with Frog and Toad Music by ROBERT REALE | Book and Lyrics by WILLIE REALE | Based on the ...

The Odd Couple at Matthews Playhouse

Two suddenly single pals—one a carefree sportswriter and the other an uptight news writer—strain the limits of friendship by turning ...

Fairy Garden Workshop at The Plant House Charlotte

Create a magical mini houseplant terrarium with fairy garden decor at our Fairy Garden Workshop.

The 13th Acre Haunted Attraction

Just east of Charlotte, NC in Monroe, an eerily silent haunted trail captures the attention of many. Unknown creatures create ...

21September

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

Check the Meklenburg County Public Library website daily for programs for children, teens and families.

Toddler Storytime at SouthPark Regional

Toddlers build language skills, participate in music and movement activities, and discover the fun of books. Explore letters, sounds, and ...

Family Storytime at SouthPark Regional

Your whole family can enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a ...

Storytime at ImagineON

Enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a love of books and ...

Dino Day at Lakeshore Learning

Roar into the weekend with a free in-store event packed with prehistoric fun! From crafts like creating their own dino-inspired ...

Gaming Mondays at Allegra Westbrooks Regional

Join us for an evening of gaming fun! Drop in and enjoy board games, life-sized games and video games from ...

Gaming Mondays at Allegra Westbrooks Regional

Join us for an evening of gaming fun! Drop in and enjoy board games, life-sized games and video games from ...

Pajama Storytime at Allegra Westbrooks Regional

Your whole family can enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a ...

Fairy Garden Workshop at The Plant House Charlotte

Create a magical mini houseplant terrarium with fairy garden decor at our Fairy Garden Workshop.

22September

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

Check the Meklenburg County Public Library website daily for programs for children, teens and families.

Toddler Storytime at SouthPark Regional

Toddlers build language skills, participate in music and movement activities, and discover the fun of books. Explore letters, sounds, and ...

SCNP: Busy Beetles Bug Hunt

The bugs are coming out of hiding! Explore the busy world of bugs by searching for crawling, flying and jumping ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:00 am 
  • Location: Stevens Creek Nature Center
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.parkandrec.com
  • Category: Free

Toddler Storytime at Hickory Grove Library

Toddlers build language skills, participate in music and movement activities, and discover the fun of books. Explore letters, sounds, and ...

Family Storytime at SouthPark Regional

Your whole family can enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a ...

Family Storytimeat Matthews Library

Your whole family can enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a ...

Storytime at ImagineON

Enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a love of books and ...

Dino Day at Lakeshore Learning

Roar into the weekend with a free in-store event packed with prehistoric fun! From crafts like creating their own dino-inspired ...

Mid Day Madness at Big Air

Join us every Tuesday, Thursday or Friday from 1-4PM for just $15! 3 hours for $15? *This deal is not available ...

Tea Time at Chez Marie

The perfect tea party awaits at Chez Marie. Choose from a selection of 9 different French teas, expertly paired with ...

Tune in Tuesday at Catawba Science Center

Get ready to go behind the scenes like never before! Join us the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month ...

Fairy Garden Workshop at The Plant House Charlotte

Create a magical mini houseplant terrarium with fairy garden decor at our Fairy Garden Workshop.

23September

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

Check the Meklenburg County Public Library website daily for programs for children, teens and families.

Learning for Littles at Daniel Stowe Conservancy

Stowe invites you and your toddlers to join our free, outdoor nature-themed learning experience, including a read-aloud story, puppets and ...

Baby Storytime at Matthews Library

Babies experience brain stimulation through language and socialization. Engage your little one with new sights and sounds through books, songs, ...

Toddler Storytime at SouthPark Regional

Toddlers build language skills, participate in music and movement activities, and discover the fun of books. Explore letters, sounds, and ...

Family Storytime at SouthPark Regional

Your whole family can enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a ...

Storytime at ImagineON

Enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a love of books and ...

Dino Day at Lakeshore Learning

Roar into the weekend with a free in-store event packed with prehistoric fun! From crafts like creating their own dino-inspired ...

Preschool Storytimes at Allegra Westbrooks Regional

Engage your preschoolers with books, activities, stories and songs that encourage language and pre-reading skill development in order to help ...

Baby Storytime: Baby & Toddler Storytime at Matthews Library

Babies experience brain stimulation through language and socialization. Engage your little one with new sights and sounds through books, songs, ...

Mega Jump at Big Air

Get Three hours of Jump for only $25

  • 4:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Two locations in the Charlotte area
  • Cost: $25 for Three hours
  • Website: www.bigairusa.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Drop In During Free admission Mint museums

The Art Room is open! Drop by anytime between 5-8 PM on Wednesdays for self-directed, creative fun for children and ...

Lewis Family Gallery at The Mint Uptown

This hands-on space provides a creative environment for making art, engaging in building and puzzle challenges, posing for pictures, and ...

  • 5:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Levine Center for the Arts 500 South Tryon Street Charlotte, NC 28202
  • Cost: Included with general admission
  • Website: www.mintmuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Wednesday Night Live: Free admission at The Mint Uptown & Randolph

Wednesday Night Live connects you directly to your creative community. Presented by Bank of America, the Levine Center for the Arts ...

Wednesday Night Live: Free admission to The Bechtler

Presented by Bank of America, Wednesday Night Live includes free admission to the Bechtler, the Harvey B. Gantt Center for ...

Wednesday Night Live: Free admission to The Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture

Wednesday Night Live connects you directly to your creative community. Presented by Bank of America, the Levine Center for the Arts ...

Anime Fan Club - OCs and Fan Art! at Hickory Grove Library

Are you an Anime fan? Can’t get enough Manga? A Cosplayer extraordinaire or just starting out? Come to Anime Club ...

Fairy Garden Workshop at The Plant House Charlotte

Create a magical mini houseplant terrarium with fairy garden decor at our Fairy Garden Workshop.

24September

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

Check the Meklenburg County Public Library website daily for programs for children, teens and families.

Howl-O-Ween at Great Wolf Lodge

Just one night of Halloween isn’t enough. This year, make sure to gather your whole pack—and their costumes—and join us ...

Toddler Storytime at SouthPark Regional

Toddlers build language skills, participate in music and movement activities, and discover the fun of books. Explore letters, sounds, and ...

SCNP: Autumn Arbors Family Hike

Take in the beauty of fall foliage and cooler temperatures on the Stevens Creek trails. Explore the "why" behind color ...

  • 10:00 am - 11:15 am 
  • Location: Stevens Creek Nature Center
  • Cost: Free
  • Website: www.parkandrec.com
  • Category: Free

Family Storytime at SouthPark Regional

Your whole family can enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a ...

Storytime at ImagineON

Enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a love of books and ...

Dino Day at Lakeshore Learning

Roar into the weekend with a free in-store event packed with prehistoric fun! From crafts like creating their own dino-inspired ...

Mid Day Madness at Big Air

Join us every Tuesday, Thursday or Friday from 1-4PM for just $15! 3 hours for $15? *This deal is not available ...

Teen Geek Club at University City Regional

Participate in discussion and activities about recent films, television shows, books, graphic novels, science fiction, fantasy, anime, manga, and gaming. ...

Weekly Ping Pong Clu

Head down to our taproom every Thursday at 6pm for our Weekly Ping Pong Club! Plus, the last Thursday of ...

  • 6:00 pm -  8:00 pm 
  • Location: Hi-Wire Brewing Charlotte: 340 W Tremont Ave, STE 140 Charlotte, NC 28203
  • Cost: FREE
  • Website: hiwirebrewing.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Fairy Garden Workshop at The Plant House Charlotte

Create a magical mini houseplant terrarium with fairy garden decor at our Fairy Garden Workshop.

River Jam at U.S. National Whitewater Center

Get ready to spend your summer nights by the water! The River Jam concert series is back, bringing over 80 ...

  • 6:30 pm 
  • Location: 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28214
  • Cost: FREE admission
  • Website: whitewater.org
  • Category: Family Fun
25September

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

Check the Meklenburg County Public Library website daily for programs for children, teens and families.

Birding Walks

Led by longtime Garden volunteer and avid birdwatcher, Gail Ice, this guided walk offers a unique opportunity to explore the ...

  • 9:00 am - 10:00 am 
  • Location: 6500 South New Hope Road Belmont, NC 28012
  • Cost: FREE - Note: Participants without memberships who wish to explore the Garden’s interior after the Birding Walk will need to purchase tickets for Garden admission.
  • Website: danielstoweconservancy.org
  • Category: Ongoing Programs, Informational & Tours, Free

Learning for Littles at Daniel Stowe Conservancy

Stowe invites you and your toddlers to join our free, outdoor nature-themed learning experience, including a read-aloud story, puppets and ...

Betty Bookworms Story Time + Coffee at Moxie Mercantile

Betty Bookworms, a free storytime and music event for children. While kids enjoy the activity, their caregivers can sip ...

The Little Red Hen

A virtue-based children's theater experience! Interactive and fun, this virtue-based children's story comes to life on the NarroWay stage. It's a ...

Storytime at ImagineON

Enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a love of books and ...

Dino Day at Lakeshore Learning

Roar into the weekend with a free in-store event packed with prehistoric fun! From crafts like creating their own dino-inspired ...

Lewis Family Gallery at The Mint Uptown

This hands-on space provides a creative environment for making art, engaging in building and puzzle challenges, posing for pictures, and ...

  • 11:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Levine Center for the Arts 500 South Tryon Street Charlotte, NC 28202
  • Cost: Included with general admission
  • Website: www.mintmuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun

National Comic Book Day

Celebrate the art, artists, and stories that built the world of comics at Mac’s Heroes & Villains Comics & Collectibles! ...

Mid Day Madness at Big Air

Join us every Tuesday, Thursday or Friday from 1-4PM for just $15! 3 hours for $15? *This deal is not available ...

Zen Zone Friday at ImagineON

Join us in the Teen Loft every Friday from 3-5pm to enjoy the Zen Zone! Take this time to pause ...

Festival in the Park

Ring in the fall with your family and friends at the 62nd Annual Festival in the Park - a true ...

Food Truck Friday at Armored Cow Brewing Co

A brand new year, a whole new season of Friday night magic. Pull up to Armored Cow every week for ...

Food Truck Friday at Resident Culture Brewing Company

OUR FAVORITE TIME OF YEAR!!! FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY IS HERE! Come eat, drink, and dance with us. Taproom opens at 3 PM Food ...

Live Friday Nights at Camp

Join us for live music, food, shopping, local art, and new surprises! This year’s programming is scheduled from 6 to ...

Fairy Garden Workshop at The Plant House Charlotte

Create a magical mini houseplant terrarium with fairy garden decor at our Fairy Garden Workshop.

Gospel According to Tennessee at NarroWay Productions

Inspired by a true family story. A fast-paced, fun dinner show set in East Tennessee Set in 1926 and inspired by a ...

Cosmic Night at Big Air

Every Friday & Saturday night we turn down the lights, turn up the music and fire up the lasers and ...

  • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Two locations in the Charlotte area
  • Cost: $25 for Three hours
  • Website: www.bigairusa.com
  • Category: Family Fun

The 13th Acre Haunted Attraction

Just east of Charlotte, NC in Monroe, an eerily silent haunted trail captures the attention of many. Unknown creatures create ...

Bugs Bunny and the whole Looney Tunes Crew at Belk Theater

Experience the timeless hilarity of Bugs Bunny and the whole Looney Tunes crew as these beloved animated classics spring to ...

The Odd Couple at Matthews Playhouse

Two suddenly single pals—one a carefree sportswriter and the other an uptight news writer—strain the limits of friendship by turning ...

  • 7:30 pm 
  • Location: 100 East McDowell Street Matthews, NC 28105
  • Cost: Suggested donation: $10 per person (any amount accepted). General admission only, with donations collected at the door (cash or credit).​​
  • Website: www.matthewsplayhouse.com
  • Category: Shows & Concerts
26September

Charlotte Mecklenburg Library

Check the Meklenburg County Public Library website daily for programs for children, teens and families.

Day Out with Thomas: Big Adventures Tour

All aboard for a rockin’ good time! Thomas the Tank Engine, everyone’s favorite #1 blue engine, is coming to town. ...

  • 8:00 am -  6:00 pm 
  • Location: 1 Samuel Spencer Drive, Spencer, NC, 28159
  • Cost: Tickets start at $28.46 (ages 1+)
  • Website: fun4charlottekids.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Town of Matthews Beats ‘n Bites

A variety of food trucks will roll into downtown Matthews this spring and summer! Beats 'n Bites will be held on ...

Caffeine And Chrome

You won’t want to miss the excitement of Caffeine and Chrome! Join Gateway Classic Cars at one of our 14 ...

Davidson Farmers Market

Open every Saturday (April-Nov) 9AM-12PM.

Deputy of Diversion at Innovation Barn

Join us for a fun, hands-on adventure at the Innovation Barn where you'll learn to Recycle Right! Looking for a fun, ...

Festival in the Park

Ring in the fall with your family and friends at the 62nd Annual Festival in the Park - a true ...

Kids Market Tega Cay

Imagine your child surrounded by smiles, encouragement, and new friends cheering them on! Our market brings families together in the ...

  • 10:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Catawba Park: 2351 New Gray Rock Rd Tega Cay, South Carolina 29708
  • Website: kidsmarkets.com
  • Category: Family Fun

Scarecrow Hollow exhibit for 2026!

We’re thrilled to bring back our popular Scarecrow Hollow exhibit for 2025! In autumn, our Lost Hollow Children’s Garden transforms ...

  • 10:00 am 
  • Location: Lost Hollow Children’s Garden: 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, NC
  • Cost: Adult: $18.95 +tax Senior: (60+) : $16.95 +tax Child: (2-12) : $10.95 +tax Children Under 2: Free Please note, special event admission fees may apply to select events. Garden Members: Free
  • Website: danielstoweconservancy.org
  • Category: Family Fun, Holiday Events

Family Storytime at SouthPark Regional

Your whole family can enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a ...

Storytime at ImagineON

Enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a love of books and ...

A Year with Frog and Toad

A Year with Frog and Toad Music by ROBERT REALE | Book and Lyrics by WILLIE REALE | Based on the ...

Circular Saturdays at Innovation Barn

Circular Saturdays at the Innovation Barn - Come learn about the circular economy, local waste diversion efforts, and ways you ...

Dino Day at Lakeshore Learning

Roar into the weekend with a free in-store event packed with prehistoric fun! From crafts like creating their own dino-inspired ...

Gem Discovery Experience at Charlotte Regional Farmers Market

Big News! A New Family-Friendly Experience Is Coming This August! We’re excited to announce that the Elements By Talia Gem Discovery ...

ImaginOn Super Saturday

Once a month, Children's Theatre of Charlotte and the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library celebrate our partnership by offering a free Super ...

Lewis Family Gallery at The Mint Uptown

This hands-on space provides a creative environment for making art, engaging in building and puzzle challenges, posing for pictures, and ...

  • 11:00 am -  4:00 pm 
  • Location: Levine Center for the Arts 500 South Tryon Street Charlotte, NC 28202
  • Cost: Included with general admission
  • Website: www.mintmuseum.org
  • Category: Family Fun

Meet a Raptor at Carolina Raptor Center

What actually is a raptor? Find out with a member of our education staff while meeting one of the raptors ...

Gospel According to Tennessee at NarroWay Productions

Inspired by a true family story. A fast-paced, fun dinner show set in East Tennessee Set in 1926 and inspired by a ...

Tricks and Treats at Carowinds

Saturdays & Sundays, September 12 – November 1, 2026 Halloween for Everyone! Experience Carowinds like never before at Tricks and Treats, our ...

Hands & Earth Workshop Series - Back-to-School Sustainability

Turn old t-shirts into reusable tote bags just in time for the school year. Give old t-shirts a fresh start by ...

The Odd Couple at Matthews Playhouse

Two suddenly single pals—one a carefree sportswriter and the other an uptight news writer—strain the limits of friendship by turning ...

A Year with Frog and Toad

A Year with Frog and Toad Music by ROBERT REALE | Book and Lyrics by WILLIE REALE | Based on the ...

Bugs Bunny and the whole Looney Tunes Crew at Belk Theater

Experience the timeless hilarity of Bugs Bunny and the whole Looney Tunes crew as these beloved animated classics spring to ...

Gospel According to Tennessee at NarroWay Productions

Inspired by a true family story. A fast-paced, fun dinner show set in East Tennessee Set in 1926 and inspired by a ...

Fairy Garden Workshop at The Plant House Charlotte

Create a magical mini houseplant terrarium with fairy garden decor at our Fairy Garden Workshop.

Jellyfish Terrarium Workshop at The Plant House Huntersville

Craft a nautical wonder! Use air plants, urchins, starfish, and more to create your own jellyfish terrarium.

  • 6:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: 16641 Birkdale Commons Pkwy Suite 210, Huntersville, NC 28078
  • Cost: Choice of terrarium size: `3"x9" Cylinder: $30 5"x10" Cylinder: $40
  • Website: workshops.planthouse.us
  • Category: Classes

Jellyfish Terrarium Workshop! at The Plant House Charlotte

Dive into creativity at the Jellyfish Terrarium Workshop! Create your own underwater-inspired terrarium using rocks, sand, air plants, and decorative pieces. ...

  • 6:30 pm -  7:30 pm 
  • Location: 2452 Park Rd Unit D, Charlotte, NC 28203
  • Cost: Choose your terrarium: • 3" x 9" Cylinder — $30 • 5" x 10" Cylinder — $40
  • Website: workshops.planthouse.us
  • Category: Classes

Cosmic Night at Big Air

Every Friday & Saturday night we turn down the lights, turn up the music and fire up the lasers and ...

  • 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm 
  • Location: Two locations in the Charlotte area
  • Cost: $25 for Three hours
  • Website: www.bigairusa.com
  • Category: Family Fun

The 13th Acre Haunted Attraction

Just east of Charlotte, NC in Monroe, an eerily silent haunted trail captures the attention of many. Unknown creatures create ...

Charlotte FC Home Game at Bank of America Stadium Charlotte FC vs. Chicago Fire FC

Come cheer on Charlotte FC at Bank of America Stadium! Giveaway Night Join us for "Por La Cultura Night" The first fans ...

The Odd Couple at Matthews Playhouse

Two suddenly single pals—one a carefree sportswriter and the other an uptight news writer—strain the limits of friendship by turning ...

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